Tattoos are a popular form of self-expression, but how do they fit into a professional cruise line environment?
Here are the official Princess Cruises policies for crew tattoos. What are your thoughts on these guidelines?
Let us know in the comments!
TATTOOS
Princess Cruises recognizes that personal appearance is an important element of self-expression, and though we strive not to control or dictate teammates appearance whilst off duty, the Company expects all teammates to exercise appropriate judgment. Appearance both within the workplace and out should be in keeping with a respectful environment and appropriateness to our guest demographic.
• In keeping with this approach, Princess Cruises allows reasonable self-expression through the display of tattoos. Tattoos are permitted unless they are on the face, neck, or hand., Visible tattoos are not permitted if it is regarded as inflammatory in a political, cultural, or socio-cultural way Obscene words,
phrases or picture tattoos are not permitted, nor can they contain nudity, profanity, ethnic, racial, or religious slurs, or sexual innuendos.
Teammates are not permitted to have tattoos applied or modified whilst on assignment and any teammate found to do so will be subject to disciplinary action. Doing so risks infections and can cause health issues which might impede their ability to perform their duties as assigned. Any tattoos on hands (except for religious observance) or above the neckline, including the face and behind the ear, are prohibited.
All individuals employed by Princess Cruise Lines must declare all potentially visible tattoos based on the uniforms that they may wear based on their current rank for all seasons/itineraries. This may include the wearing of shorts and short sleeve shirts. While tattoos that can be covered by applying make-up or small plaster (5 cm x 5 cm) may be allowed, larger bandages that cover sleeve or lower limbs are not in keeping with the uniform and are therefore not acceptable.
There may be exceptions to the above policy for teammates working in the Entertainment department. Any deviation from the outlined guidelines and policy must be approved by the shoreside Head of Entertainment and should only be permitted during the time of performance.
Here are the official Princess Cruises policies for crew tattoos. What are your thoughts on these guidelines?
Let us know in the comments!
TATTOOS
Princess Cruises recognizes that personal appearance is an important element of self-expression, and though we strive not to control or dictate teammates appearance whilst off duty, the Company expects all teammates to exercise appropriate judgment. Appearance both within the workplace and out should be in keeping with a respectful environment and appropriateness to our guest demographic.
• In keeping with this approach, Princess Cruises allows reasonable self-expression through the display of tattoos. Tattoos are permitted unless they are on the face, neck, or hand., Visible tattoos are not permitted if it is regarded as inflammatory in a political, cultural, or socio-cultural way Obscene words,
phrases or picture tattoos are not permitted, nor can they contain nudity, profanity, ethnic, racial, or religious slurs, or sexual innuendos.
Teammates are not permitted to have tattoos applied or modified whilst on assignment and any teammate found to do so will be subject to disciplinary action. Doing so risks infections and can cause health issues which might impede their ability to perform their duties as assigned. Any tattoos on hands (except for religious observance) or above the neckline, including the face and behind the ear, are prohibited.
All individuals employed by Princess Cruise Lines must declare all potentially visible tattoos based on the uniforms that they may wear based on their current rank for all seasons/itineraries. This may include the wearing of shorts and short sleeve shirts. While tattoos that can be covered by applying make-up or small plaster (5 cm x 5 cm) may be allowed, larger bandages that cover sleeve or lower limbs are not in keeping with the uniform and are therefore not acceptable.
There may be exceptions to the above policy for teammates working in the Entertainment department. Any deviation from the outlined guidelines and policy must be approved by the shoreside Head of Entertainment and should only be permitted during the time of performance.
